Hemingway's Cuba Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Hemingway's Cuba, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Asheville, North Carolina. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and stunning rooftop views, this restaurant offers a delightful escape into a world of Cuban flavors. Guests rave about the exceptional menu, featuring highlights like flaky empanadas paired with zesty tomato salsa, and the irresistibly creamy coconut cams with a hint of curry.
The warmth of service matches the inviting decor, creating a perfect backdrop for intimate gatherings or lively celebrations. The chef’s passion is evident through dishes like the Cuban ham sandwich with jalapeno BBQ sauce and the indulgent croquettes drizzled with guava sauce. Diners appreciate the abundance of flavor and the meticulous preparation behind each dish. Whether you’re enjoying a refreshing cocktail or savoring their rich desserts, Hemingway's Cuba is sure to leave a lasting impression.
TAPAS
FRIED CALAMARI
GOLDEN FRIED, W/SLICED CHERRY PEPPERS GARLIC AIOLI
MAHI CEVICHE*
MAHI-MAHI, SHRIMP, CALAMARI, RED ONIONS, BELL PEPPERS, CUCUMBERS, IN A CILANTRO LIME BROTH SERVED W/MARIQUITAS
BLACK BEAN SOUP
GARNISHED W/SOUR CREAM & CILANTRO
TOSTONES
GOLDEN FRIED PLANTAINS TOPPED W/MANGO SALSA CHIMICHURRI
HAND-MADE EMPANADAS
FLAKY PASTRY STUFFED W/SHREDDED CHICKEN OR GROUND BEEF, DRIZZLED W/ZESTY AIOLI TOMATO RELISH 2 PER ORDER
CRISPY CARIBBEAN WINGS
CHICKEN WINGS W/CARIBBEAN RUB, OVEN-BAKED & TOSSED IN ORANGE GINGER GLAZE
CROQUETAS DE JAMON
MADE IN-HOUSE SMOKED HAM CROQUETTES
CONGRI
BLACK BEANS
MARIQUITAS
WHITE RICE
BATTERED FRIES
MADUROS
CUP OF BLACK BEAN SOUP
SIDE SALAD W/CITRUS VINAIGRETTE
EXTRAS
SANGUICHES
EL CUBANO
SHAVED HAM, SLOW ROASTED PORK, GRAINED MUSTARD, HOUSE-MADE PICKLES, SWISS CHEESE, ON PRESSED CUBAN BREAD SERVED W/BATTERED FRIES
PAN CON LECHON
SLOW ROASTED PORK W/MOJO SEASONING, SAUTEED ONIONS, CILANTRO, ZESTY AIOLI, ON PRESSED CUBAN BREAD. SERVED W/BATTERED FRIES
BLACKENED MAHI SANDWICH
6OZ BLACKENED MAHI FILET W/LETTUCE, TOMATO, HERB REMOULADE ON A BRIOCHE BUN. SERVED W/BATTERED FRIES
TONY'S BURGER*
BLACK ANGUS, CHEDDAR CHEESE, LETTUCE, TOMATO & CRISPY ONIONS SERVED ON A BRIOCHE BUN SERVED W/BATTERED FRIES
VEGGIE BURGER
ONIONS, LETTUCE, TOMATO, HERBED MAYO SERVED W/BATTERED FRIES
VACA FRITA
FLAT GRILLED BEEF, TOPPED W/SWEET ONION CONFIT, LIME, SERVED W/MADUROS, RICE & BEANS
BISTEC DE PALOMILLA*
THINLY SLICED TOP SIRLOIN, GARLIC MARINATED SEARED STEAK, CONFIT ONIONS
SUNSET PAELLA
SHRIMP, PEI MUSSELS, SWEET SAUSAGE, LOBSTER, YELLOW RICE, PEAS & BELL PEPPERS
ARROZ CON POLLO
SLOW ROASTED CHICKEN, YELLOW RICE, ROASTED RED PEPPERS & SWEET PEAS
ROPA VIEJA "OLD CLOTHES"
A TRADITIONAL CUBAN DISH WHOSE ORIGIN REACHES BACK TO AFRICA. SLOW BRAISED SHREDDED BEEF STEW, ONIONS & MIXED PEPPERS, TOPPED W/ CRISPY ONION STRINGS. SERVED W/WHITE RICE
PILAR'S FRUITED SALAD
MIXED GREENS, CANDIED PECANS, STRAWBERRIES, BLUEBERRIES, COJITA CHEESE, CITRUS VINAIGRETTE